Diageo to Reignite Virtual Reality Efforts with Experience Focused on Dangers of Binge Drinking

Beverage Alcohol Leader Deepens Commitment to Responsible Drinking in Second Installment of Groundbreaking VR Series

NORWALK, Conn. (August 30, 2017) – In time for Labor Day – one of the most popular days for alcohol consumption in the U.S. – and back-to-school season, Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol, today announced plans for a new virtual reality (VR) experience that will immerse consumers of legal drinking age in a first-person, multi-perspective story about the dangers of binge drinking. This initiative represents the company’s latest effort – and its second leveraging VR technology – to inform consumers about the importance of responsible decision-making when drinking.

Within the innovative realm of VR, the new program follows Diageo’s successful October 2016 launch of “Decisions,” a first-of-its-kind 360° experience that placed consumers in the front seat of a fatal drunk driving crash. In the four months after its introduction, “Decisions” accumulated almost 14 million views. The experience made a significant impact on consumer perceptions with 73% of viewers surveyed after watching the film saying they are now more likely to stop other people from drinking and driving. In addition, 75% of viewers said they will prevent drinking and driving by planning ahead with a designated driver.

The new program around binge drinking is once again being spearheaded by Diageo’s Digital and Technology Partnerships teams. Joining Diageo in the effort will be Jaunt, the immersive cinematic experience company, who will help with the creative vision, production, development and distribution of the experience.

“We made the choice to break into VR with our social responsibility program because it gives us the proper medium to explore numerous dangerous drinking situations in a very real way,” said James Thompson, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer, Diageo North America. “Telling people about the effects of irresponsible decision-making when drinking is one thing – but giving them the opportunity to see, hear and feel what can happen because of even one bad choice is a potential game changer. ‘Decisions’ and its portrayal of the impact of drunk driving stuck with viewers, even after they removed their headsets. Now, we’re aiming to prevent binge drinking with the same high impact intervention.”

Diageo is focused on reducing binge drinking, drunk driving and underage drinking. Recognized globally for setting the standard in social responsibility and responsible marketing, Diageo views the newly announced binge drinking experience – and its ongoing VR series – as the latest initiative to remind adults to drink responsibly. Whether it’s pioneering Safe Rides Home designated driver activations or leveraging apps, such as Lyft and Uber, to remind consumers there are alternatives to getting home if they’ve been drinking, Diageo is continually looking for new and inventive ways to reach and impact consumers via emerging platforms and technologies.

About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan’s whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at diageo.com. Visit Diageo’s global responsible drinking resource, DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.

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World’s Largest eBay/Amazon Seller Opens its Own Online Store to Sell Games, Phones, Tablets at Deep Discounts

Decluttr Enters Online Store Game

Tech-buying site Decluttr.com has launched an online store at Decluttr.com/us.com, marking a significant transition in its business direction. Primarily known for giving customers cash for their unwanted tech items, Decluttr recently launched the store with thousands of products available to purchase.

“The launch of our online store is the next phase in the evolution of our customer offerings. Through the trade-in service, we have been able to build a strong base of customers who like making and saving money, so this is a natural move for us,” said Liam Howley, Decluttr marketing director.

Customers can purchase high quality refurbished smartphones, tablets, game consoles and iPods at the Decluttr Store, all at market-leading prices. Decluttr also offers customers a 12-month warranty on all orders and free shipping. All products also come with a quality guarantee, which means all products go through a thorough testing process to maintain high standards before they are sent to customers.

Howley says the days when people are satisfied with being tied down to two-year contracts with the big carriers are ending. “By purchasing our like-new refurbished phones we are not only saving consumers big sums of money but also giving them back the flexibility they crave,” Howley added.

Consumers are still able to make money on the items they no longer need, but now Decluttr is providing a less expensive, and greener alternative for consumers searching for technology in the Decluttr Store. Customers will also be able to make bigger savings on the items they want, with incentives such as 10 percent off available at key times of the year.

Products stocked online include:
• All versions of iPhones including the latest 7 and 7 Plus devices
• All Samsung cell phones
• Blackberry, HTC, LG, Motorola, Nokia, and ZTE cell phones
• Xbox 360 & Xbox One
• Sony PlayStations
• Nintendo Wii and DS consoles
• iPads from version 1 up to the latest iPad Pro
• Acer, Google, LG, Microsoft, and Samsung tablets
• All versions of iPods

When it comes to prices, the Decluttr Store offers the best prices in the market. For example, customers can buy an unlocked iPhone 6s for $306.99, with free tracked shipping and a 12-month warranty for a ‘very good’ graded device.

In comparison, a similar site is offering the same phone in a lower grade condition for $401.74, plus $7.99 shipping with a 30-day return option.

For more information on the Decluttr Store, visit: decluttr.com/us/store.

About Decluttr
Decluttr.com is a fast, easy and FREE way to sell CDs, DVDs, Games, Books, Cell Phones and Tech! The service removes all the stress and costs of selling your unwanted stuff online. All customers need to do is get an instant price for your items using the website or FREE app, pack them into any box and ship them for FREE. Thanks to Decluttr’s Fast Next Day Payments, customers then get paid the day after their items arrive by direct deposit, PayPal or check – or they can donate to charity! For more information on trade-in values, visit decluttr.com.

*This is a press release.

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Hugo Games Adds Liverpool FC to Line-up of Legendary Soccer Clubs to be Featured in New “Soccer League” Mobile Game

Many Top Clubs in the World, Including Real Madrid, Arsenal, FC Barcelona,
Dortmund, Juventus, Porto and PSG to be in Game

COPENHAGEN (June 7, 2017) – With fans around the world, almost 30 million followers on Facebook and over seven million followers on Twitter, Liverpool FC is one of the most popular football clubs on Earth. Now fans will be able to take to the virtual pitch with their favorite players from The Reds, as Hugo Games A/S (OAX: HUGO), a mobile interactive entertainment developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced that LFC will be one the teams featured in Soccer League, its new mobile soccer game that will be released in Q3 2017.

Hugo Games also announced that Dortmund, Juventus, Porto and PSG will also be added to the game, joining the previously announced Arsenal, Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, to deliver a powerhouse line-up of the best clubs in the world to be featured in Soccer League.

The Reds illustrious history dates to 1892 and the club has won five European Cups, three UEFA Cups, three UEFA Super Cups, 18 League titles, seven FA Cups, a record eight League Cups, and 15 FA Community Shields. Top players from the team that will be included in Soccer League include: Sadio Mané, Roberto Firmino, Philippe Coutinho and Adam Lallana.

Soccer League for iOS and Android, will allows gamers to compete against other competitors from around the world in real-time, online and offline player-vs-player competitions. Gamers can improve their team with Juventus players that can be enhanced with power boosts and new skills.

“Liverpool FC is known around the world and we are proud to feature the club in Soccer League,” said Mogens Agger, Licensing Director of Hugo Games. “As a company based in Copenhagen, we know that LFC has a huge fan base across Norway and Denmark, as LFC’s roster has included local Norwegian and Danish stars including Jan Mølby, John Arne Rise and Daniel Agger.”

With the addition of Liverpool FC to its already impressive line-up of licensed properties, Hugo Games continues to be a world leader in the development and publishing of mobile sports games. Games from Hugo Games feature soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo, skateboard superstar Nyjah Huston and soccer powerhouses Arsenal, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, Juventus, Porto and Borussia Dortmund.

About Hugo Games
Hugo Games is a Nordic mobile games publisher and developer located in Copenhagen. At Hugo Games we are passionate about games and we are committed to making titles that will engage and bring genuine joy to people for years. We have a consistent portfolio of games globally available across a wide range of platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, Amazon and Facebook.

More information available at hugogames.com.

*This is a press release

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Ladies, lock up his smartphone this wedding season!

June 5, 2017 – With wedding season underway, a survey by tech-buying site Decluttr.com shows that men are four times more likely than women to use their smartphones during a wedding.

The site, which gives customers cash for unwanted tech items, as well as CDs, DVDs and video games surveyed 1,000 U.S. smartphone owners age 18 and up to find out just how addicted they were to their phones.

While most people overall wouldn’t look at their phone during a wedding, your man is more likely be found head down, checking his smartphone. Wedding? What wedding?

Other highlights from the survey include the following.
• Family Focused: Overall, smartphone owners look at their phones more when they’re with friends than during family time, but men do so more during either occasion: 67% during family time and 63% while spending time with friends. Multiple respondents also stated that they make a conscious effort to put their phone aside to focus on quality time with family.
• Distracted Dating: 67% of males, in comparison to just 13% of females, admitting to checking their devices whilst on a romantic night out.
• Sobering Sacrifices: Alcohol and video games were the top two things that men and women would give up before handing over their phones, but one of the biggest difference is giving up sex. Though not at the top of the list, twice as many women than men would rather give up sex than give up their phone. Sorry, fellas. Maybe it’s the distracted dating.
• Serious Streamers: 83% of men (in comparison to just 17% of women) say the worst part about not having their trusted smartphone with them is not being able to watch videos or stream movies and TV shows.
• Postponed Parting: Even if their phone had a cracked screen, 52% of men would put off getting it fixed because they can’t be without their phones.

Liam Howley, marketing director at Decluttr, comments: “While smartphones can be an extremely useful tool for information and entertainment, they can also lead to users missing out on what’s actually going on around them. Our survey suggests that men may be zoning out important occasions such as weddings in favor of checking their phones or falling short of paying attention to their family members, friends or even their date.”

However, when it comes to taking a break from their phones, 43% of men say a digital detox would be beneficial. The same goes for women, with 56% stating a detox would be good. Several respondents said that they use vacations as the perfect occasion to take a break from their phones. With Summer fast approaching, maybe it’s time for a break during a break.

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Decluttr’s tips for weaning yourself off your cell phone:

1. Gradually leave bigger gaps between checking your messages or social media posts. If you normally check every 15 minutes, make it once an hour, if every hour, leave it for 2-3 hours etc. Build up to only checking two or three times a day. You can let friends/work colleagues know in advance that you’re going to be doing this and that if there’s an emergency where they need an urgent response from you, they can call you.

2. If you think you’ll get bored without your phone to turn to, think of ways you can fill your time instead. Read a book or listen to music when you’re travelling on public transport or waiting around. You could also make better use of your time learning a new skill or doing some exercise.

3. In social situations, only use your phone if you’re sharing something with the people you’re with – looking up information or posting a social media post that includes your friends.

4. Don’t check your phone when you’re on a date, or with someone you’re meant to be spending one to one time with. Focus on whoever you are with and give them your full attention.

5. Be fully present and start to appreciate being in the ‘here and now’. Take notice of what’s going on around you, connecting with real people in the real world.

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About Decluttr

Decluttr.com is a fast, easy and FREE way to sell CDs, DVDs, Games, Books, Cell Phones and Tech!

The service removes all of the stress and costs of selling your unwanted stuff online. All customers need to do is get an instant price for your items using the website or FREE app, pack them into any box and ship them for FREE. Thanks to Decluttr’s Fast Next Day Payments, customers then get paid the day after their items arrive by direct deposit, PayPal or check – or they can donate to charity!

To date, they’ve paid over $165 million to over 4 million customers – and they’re growing faster than ever. For more information on trade-in values, visit decluttr.com

*This is a press release

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Hugo Games Teams with MGM Interactive for Mobile and PC Game Based on Hit Drama Series Vikings

Hugo Games Teams with MGM Interactive for Mobile and PC Game Based on Hit Drama Series Vikings

Mobile Game Coming to iOS, Android and Steam in 2018

COPENHAGEN (May 30, 2017) – Since 2013, Vikings, from creator and sole writer Michael Hirst (Academy Award® winning film Elizabeth and the Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominated series The Tudors), has told the remarkable tales of the lives and epic adventures of the raiders and explores of the Dark Ages. Now fans will have the opportunity to enter the world of Vikings like never before, as Hugo Games A/S (OAX: HUGO), a mobile interactive entertainment developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced that it has partnered with MGM Interactive to release the first game based on the worldwide television hit drama series.

Available for iOS, Android and Steam in 2018, Vikings: The Game, will be a player vs. player strategy game featuring characters from the TV series including Ragnar, Lagertha, Floki and Rollo. Providing an immersive gameplay experience combined with impressive graphics and a memorable soundtrack, Vikings: The Game will appeal to fans of the show and newcomers alike.

“We are proud to team with MGM Interactive to bring the Vikings phenomenon to mobile gamers,” said Henrik Kølle, CEO in Hugo Games. “Fans of the show have come to expect drama, action and intensity during each episode and the new Vikings game will deliver those same elements and more.”

For additional information on the release of the game, fans can visit the official Vikings Facebook (facebook.com/Viking) and Twitter (twitter.com/HistoryVikings) pages.

The Vikings television series is an international Irish/Canadian co-production by World 2000 and Take 5 Productions. HISTORY broadcasts domestically in the U.S. MGM Television brought the series to the network and MGM serves as the worldwide distributor outside of Ireland and Canada. Vikings is produced in association with Corus Entertainment. The series also airs on HISTORY in Canada.

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About Hugo Games
Hugo Games is a Nordic mobile games publisher and developer located in Copenhagen and Nottingham. At Hugo Games we are passionate about games and we are committed to making titles that will engage and bring genuine joy to people for years. We have a consistent portfolio of games globally available across a wide range of platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, Amazon and Facebook.

More information available at hugogames.com.

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KeyMe Offering the Ability to Copy Car “Fobs” at Kiosks Nationwide

KeyMe Offering the Ability to Copy Car “Fobs” at Kiosks Nationwide

Kiosks Revolutionize Costly Car Dealer Services by Enabling Customers to Copy Automotive Fobs and Save ‘Digital Copies’ of Keys in the Cloud

May 31, 2017, New York, NY – KeyMe, the rapidly growing company that is revolutionizing the locksmith industry, has announced that its industry-leading key copying kiosks now allow the consumer to copy car key “fobs” right at the kiosk and have the extra fob shipped directly to their home. With hundreds of auto makes and models supported, KeyMe is offering key fobs starting at only $69.99, a fraction of the cost charged by car dealerships.

It is easy to get an extra fob at a local KeyMe kiosk. Customers simply visit any of the hundreds of KeyMe kiosks inside retailers nationwide, select the “fob” option on the screen and enter their car’s make, model and year. The customer places their current fob against the key slot, allowing the secure transfer of the transponder ID. KeyMe will code a new transponder, cut a new blade and ship it to the customer via complimentary priority mail with a tracking code.

KeyMe currently supports the majority of modern Fob keys for both luxury brands, such as BMW, Audi and Lexus; and premium brands including Honda, Toyota and Nissan, among others.

“Consumers have historically been forced to go to a dealer to replace lost or duplicate car key fobs and often pay hundreds of dollars. This technology enables KeyMe to scan car keys at the kiosk, read the transponder, and ship a fully­ programmed copy with a tracking code for typically 50-70% less than a dealership,” said Greg Marsh, founder and CEO of KeyMe.

KeyMe recently announced a new, aggressive round of national expansion that will see the company’s key copy kiosks added to more than 50 locations per week, with plans to have over 2,000 in leading retailers by the end of 2017. KeyMe kiosks can be found in retailers across the U.S., including: 7-Eleven, Albertsons, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Kmart/Sears. and Rite Aid.

KeyMe enables customers to save digital copies of their keys in the cloud. When a customer orders a key fob with KeyMe, their transponder and blade info are saved to their account so, if they lose their new fob, KeyMe can send them a new one.

Customers can also save any house key to the cloud, then recover a copy simply and securely using their fingerprint at any of the kiosks if they ever lose their keys or get locked out. Using KeyMe’s free iOS and Android apps, keys can be ordered and stored in the cloud, then accessed and printed at a kiosk in the event of a lockout, saving hundreds of dollars that would ordinarily be spent on an emergency locksmith visit.

In addition to convenience, KeyMe offers unprecedented accuracy to the key duplication process. Traditional key duplication services have 15­-20 percent error rates as a result of their “tracing” methodology. KeyMe’s advanced robotics and artificial intelligence technology produces key copies that are more accurate than the originals.

KeyMe has introduced unprecedented security and control into key duplication and lockouts, services historically fraught with scams and unscrupulous emergency locksmiths. KeyMe provides accountability across the entire customer experience. For every key made, there exists a detailed transaction history, financial paper trail, and fingerprint encryption at login. KeyMe provides a “closed loop” security trail with its technology.

A full list of kiosk locations can be seen at key.me/kiosks

About KeyMe
KeyMe is fundamentally transforming how people access and manage their keys, providing a safe and convenient way to copy and share keys and solve frustrating lockouts. The company has smart kiosks in major retailers that can copy keys in under 30 seconds, as well as a mobile application that enables customers to safely scan and save a digital copy of their key and order copies shipped to their door. KeyMe was founded in 2012 by Greg Marsh, and is funded by 7-Eleven Ventures, Battery Ventures, Comcast Ventures, Providence Equity Partners, the Polsky Family Office, QuestMark Partners, Ravin Gandhi, and White Star Capital, among others.

*This is a press release

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New national lifestyle publication SELECT: Your City’s Secrets Unlocked

NEW MAGAZINE SELECT: YOUR CITY’S SECRETS UNLOCKED™ PROVIDES AN INSIDE GUIDE TO YOUR CITY’S BEST BARS, RESTAURANTS, EVENTS, ATTRACTIONS + ENTERTAINMENT

Visit SelectCityMag.com to Discover Your City’s Best Bets Faster, Get Recommendations from Local Trendsetters + Add Weeks’ Worth of Entertainment to Your Calendar

May 22, 2017, New York, NY — New national lifestyle publication SELECT: Your City’s Secrets Unlocked (SelectCityMag.com) debuted today, offering readers an inside guide to their city’s best bars, restaurants, entertainment, shopping, travel destinations, cultural trends, and events. Serving as a personal concierge to the hottest new drinking + dining experiences, attractions, and happenings in town – and when, why, and how to make the most of them – highlights include comprehensive and quick-hit guides to the best bets your city has to offer; detailed insights from leading experts that can help you live like a local; exclusive handpicked events and live experiences; and a vibrant calendar of events that you can export to Microsoft Outlook, Apple’s iCal, or Google Calendar to enjoy months’ worth of entertainment on-demand.

A luxury lifestyle publication designed for metropolitan readers looking to enjoy the best their city has to offer – or rediscover all the hidden gems hiding in their backyard – SELECT is specially crafted to quickly offer readers an insider’s view of the hottest tickets in town. Through a combination of articles, videos, podcasts, media programming + live events, the magazine (which fans in initial debut city St. Louis, MO can now enjoy at SelectCityMag.com) provides a fresh look at what’s happening around town in a smart, fun, and quickly digestible format, letting readers know where to find all the best hotspots to hit and when, and how to stay ahead of the latest trends. New cities that will be added in the coming weeks include New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Dallas, Nashville and Atlanta.

Fans looking to live like a local can further tune in to enjoy leading trendsetters’ top picks in several categories including food, fashion, movies, music, bars, shopping, entertainment, events, and more – and follow these experts to receive ongoing advice and tips on everything from creating incredible weekend plans and entertaining guests to planning the perfect date night. A number of live events and curated experiences – e.g. exclusive one-of-a-kind dinners, private shows, and celebrity meet-and-greets – are also planned.

Want to know where to find the best cocktails, steak, or sushi in town? Which themed happy hours you can’t miss? Who’s running a must-see pop-up event, or holding karaoke, themed trivia, or heavy metal brunch each week? Where to grab a special five-course tasting menu or celebrate the holidays with a BBQ or luau on the back patio? Which bars and dance clubs are the best to hit when you want to take in live music or really cut loose? SELECT: Your City’s Secrets Unlocked – designed to help you live like a local, and get to know the hottest new trends in food, drink, fashion, culture, technology, arts, entertainment and more that are sweeping the nation – is the place to turn.

“The fastest way to get to know any city and live like a local, SELECT: Your City’s Secret’s Unlocked puts all the tools you need to quickly get the scoop on your city’s best bets – and enjoy life to the fullest – right at your fingertips, says Scott Steinberg, founder and CEO. “If you’re looking for the best bars, restaurants, events or places to hit in your town, look no further – your adventure begins here.”

About SELECT: Your City’s Secrets Unlocked™

A premiere luxury lifestyle publication, SELECT: Your City’s Secrets Unlocked™ is an inside guide to your city’s best bars, restaurants, events, attractions, and shopping + entertainment options. Covering food, fashion, nightlife, travel, culture, music, movies and more, the magazine gives you all the tools you need to discover the top hotspots in today’s most celebrated locales – and live like a local. Audiences can tune in regularly for expert picks and recommendations from today’s top trendsetters, and quickly discover how to plan the perfect day, weekend, or escape faster and easier than ever before. Founded by Scott Steinberg, one of today’s most celebrated futurists and trends experts, SELECT: Your City’s Secrets Unlocked™ is a production of HOW Media LLC.

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Decluttr Enters Online Store Game

Tech-buying site Decluttr.com has launched an online store at Decluttr.com/us.com, marking a significant transition in its business direction for 2017. Primarily known for giving customers cash for their unwanted tech items, Decluttr launched the store last month with thousands of products available to purchase.

“The launch of our online store is the next phase in the evolution of our customer offerings. Through the trade-in service, we have been able to build a strong base of customers who like making and saving money, so this is a natural move for us,” said Liam Howley, Decluttr marketing director.

Customers can purchase high quality refurbished smartphones, tablets, game consoles and iPods at the Decluttr Store, all at market-leading prices. Decluttr also offers customers a 12-month warranty on all orders and free shipping. All products also come with a quality guarantee, which means all products go through a thorough testing process to maintain high standards before they are sent to customers.

Howley says the days when people are satisfied with being tied down to two year contracts with the big carriers are ending. “By purchasing our like-new refurbished phones we are not only saving consumers big sums of money but also giving them back the flexibility they crave,” Howley added.

Consumers are still able to make money on the items they no longer need, but now Decluttr is providing a less expensive, and greener alternative for consumers searching for technology in the Decluttr Store.

Customers will also be able to make bigger savings on the items they want, with incentives such as 10 percent off available at key times of the year.

Products stocked online include:
• All versions of iPhones including the latest 7 and 7 Plus devices
• All Samsung cell phones
• Blackberry, HTC, LG, Motorola, Nokia, and ZTE cell phones
• Xbox 360 & Xbox One
• Sony PlayStations
• Nintendo Wii and DS consoles
• iPads from version 1 up to the latest iPad Pro
• Acer, Google, LG, Microsoft, and Samsung tablets
• All versions of iPods

When it comes to prices, the Decluttr Store offers the best prices in the market. Customers can buy an unlocked iPhone 6s for $306.99, with free tracked shipping and a 12-month warranty for a ‘very good’ graded device.

In comparison, a similar site is offering the same phone in a lower grade condition for $401.74, plus $7.99 shipping with a 30-day return option.

For more information on the Decluttr Store, visit: decluttr.com/us/store.

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About Decluttr
Decluttr.com is a fast, easy and FREE way to sell CDs, DVDs, Games, Books, Cell Phones and Tech! The service removes all the stress and costs of selling your unwanted stuff online. All customers need to do is get an instant price for your items using the website or FREE app, pack them into any box and ship them for FREE. Thanks to Decluttr’s Fast Next Day Payments, customers then get paid the day after their items arrive by direct deposit, PayPal or check – or they can donate to charity! For more information on trade-in values, visit Decluttr.com.

*This is a press release

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Joycity Launches Mobile Game Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War Worldwide

Naval Warfare MMO Inspired by Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” Franchise: Now Available for iOS and Android

(Seongnam, SOUTH KOREA) – May 11, 2017 – JOYCITY, a Korean game developer and publisher, and Disney today announced the launch of its mobile game, Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War. The new mobile strategy game is inspired by the popular Disney blockbuster series, “Pirates of the Caribbean,” and features characters, ships and storylines based on the hit movies. The game is available for free download with in-app purchases on iOS and on Android

In the game, players become pirates in the world of “Pirates of the Caribbean” and will enjoy a full sea fight experience on their mobile devices. As they plan various strategies through building and ship construction and troops training, players can form an alliance to battle against each other or defeat common monsters that dwell in the sea! Players will also encounter familiar characters from “Pirates of the Caribbean,” including Captain Jack Sparrow, Captain Barbossa and Will Turner.

“‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ is one of the most popular movie franchises in history and ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War’ will immerse fans directly into the action like never before,” said Hanseo Jo, COO, JOYCITY. “With the fifth installment of the franchise, ‘Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales’ coming out soon, this new game will allow players to engage further with the world of Captain Jack Sparrow and the other iconic characters in new ways.”

With the release of “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” back in 2003, came the dawn of one of the most successful series of films in the history of the Disney Studios. The film series was to become a history-making phenomenon, with the first film followed by “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” (2006), “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” (2007) and “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” (2011). Collectively, these four films have brought in over $3.7 billion of worldwide box-office. On May 26, audiences will be treated to the newest film in the franchise, “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,” a rollicking tale of the high seas infused with the elements of fantasy, humor and action that have resulted in an international phenomenon for the past 13 years.

Live Action Trailer

About JOYCITY
Established in 1994, JOYCITY is a South Korean game developer and publisher recognized for both online PC and mobile games, including FreeStyle: Street Basketball™, Game of Dice, and Oceans & Empires. JOYCITY led the whole new genre of sports games in Korean gaming history, with the success of FreeStyle™ sports game series. With the recent launch of Freestyle2™ on Steam and success of Game of Dice and Gunship Battle™, JOYCITY continues to make its mark in the global PC and mobile gaming scene. For more information, visit corp.joycity.com/html/en/games.html.

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“Coding Autism” Launches to Train Adults with Autism How to Code

(Los Angeles, CA) - April 26, 2017 – Every year, the number of people diagnosed with autism rises, however there are simply not enough quality programs designed towards training adults with autism with real-world career skills. As a result, too many are either unemployed or working in menial jobs below their skill level. To help adults with autism learn the fundamental skills necessary to secure an entry-level web developer job, LA-based Coding Autism has announced a new program to train those with autism how to code.

To help fund the program, and allow contributors to provide for scholarships so that the entire 15-person first class can attend tuition-free, Coding Autism has launched a crowdfunding campaign here. Coding Autism’s first web development boot camp is called the ASPIRE Web Development Immersive. This is a 15-week, full-time course where students will be learning the fundamental skills of coding. The first class will take place at Hub 101 in Thousand Oaks, CA (Greater Los Angeles Area) with online classes planned in 2018.

“It is completely unacceptable that our autistic community is experiencing an over 80% unemployment and underemployment rate,” said Oliver Thornton, CEO & co-founder of Coding Autism. “As passionate advocates who have either been diagnosed with autism ourselves or have family members affected with autism, we understand that with the right resources, training, coaching and environment that individuals with autism can thrive in the workforce.”

By founding Coding Autism and launching the ASPIRE Web Development Immersive, Mr. Thornton believes that they can create highly qualified, skilled, and eager to work autistic employees to fill job vacancies in the tech industry. Research has shown that typical autistic characteristics such as attention to detail, affinity for repetitive tasks and introversion are all traits that lend themselves to becoming a successful employee within the tech industry. With the $50k+ average annual salary for entry-level, full-time web developers, tech is an attractive industry in which to pursue a career.

Over the last decade, companies such as Microsoft and SAP have implemented autism hiring initiatives. This was done not to combat autistic unemployment, but because they have seen that adults with autism can be exceptional employees and drive innovation when provided the right structure, mentorship and on-boarding. Students that want to enroll can sign-up to receive more information at: CodingAutism.com

A video can be seen at YouTube.



About Coding Autism:
Coding Autism is a full-service professional coaching and training company that trains adults on the autism spectrum in professional skills such as software engineering, quality assurance, and web development. We also assist our graduates in finding employment within the software and technology industries. We do so by providing services such as immersive programs and bootcamps, resume workshops, career counseling, interview preparation, and coaching/mentorship, all of which is designed around providing an environment where people on the spectrum can thrive. More information is available at CodingAutism.com.

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Smartphone Survival: Apple Dominates Depreciation Data

Data from tech-buying site Decluttr.com has revealed that Apple devices retain most value out of all smartphone brands, with rival Samsung coming second in the phone depreciation stakes. Even though more than 53 percent of the U.S. smartphone market is held by Android*, depreciation data from Decluttr.com has revealed that Apple is best for your buck, with iPhone models depreciating at a slower rate than other brands. When comparing the iPhone 7 with the Samsung Galaxy S7, the newest iPhone model only lost 34 percent after a month on the market, while the S7 lost 50 percent of its value over the same period. The study also revealed that newer iPhone models also hold their value better as each version is released. For example, the iPhone 5 lost 65 percent of its value after six months on the market, whereas the SE and 6s lost less than 40 percent in the same period.

“The clear winners when it comes to phone depreciation are Apple users. iPhones have a reputation of being premium products and after the initial fall in price when a model is launched, the iPhone holds the most value after a 12-month and even a 24-month period, which are both average contract lengths,” said Liam Howley, Decluttr.com marketing director. “This is good news for savvy consumers who are looking to cash in after their phone contract ends as they know they’ll get the best value from their old iPhone.”

Howley also noted that while Apple and Samsung models tend to cling to their value better, the newest models of the LG and HTC phones shed it quicker. “This really does paint a picture of an industry where brands are struggling to keep up with the dominance of the mighty Apple and Samsung within the market,” said Howley. Decluttr’s study revealed that the HTC One M9 lost 65 percent in value in just the first month of being released, making it the biggest depreciator while being barely out-of-the-box. After a year, the phone lost 75 percent of its value. At the end of a 24-month period, which is often the average contract length, it was HTC that performed the worst out of all brands. The HTC One M7 lost 86 percent of its value, with the HTC One M8 not far behind, losing 83 percent of its value after two years.

For more information on the study, please visit: decluttr.com/blog/2017/04/05/how-quickly-does-your-phone-depreciate-in-value/

*Based on comScore report Jan. 2017: ir.comscore.com/releasedetail.cfm?releaseid=1016572

### About Decluttr

Decluttr.com is a free and easy way for customers to get cash for their unwanted CDs, DVDs, books video games, mobile phones and other tech items including Games Consoles, Tablets, iPods and more all in one place. The company’s website and smartphone apps mean that anyone can easily sell their unwanted products and reap the benefits – from making a little extra cash and freeing up valuable space in the home, to reducing the need for borrowing and minimizing their impact on the environment. Decluttr.com gives customers an instant reward value for their unwanted stuff using a smart valuation engine named ‘Val’ and it pays out via check or bank transfer on the next working day after the goods are received.

For more information on trade-in values, visit decluttr.com.

*This is a Press release.

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Jaha App Launches as the Ultimate Way to Bring Locals Together to Participate in Sports and Fitness Activities

From running, hiking and tennis to golf, volleyball and yoga, Jaha is the easiest way to find and connect with others sharing the same workout, sports and lifestyle interests

San Francisco, CA, June 18, 2015 – For anyone looking to meet up with others in their area for sports and fitness activities, Jaha, a new iOS app that launched today, is the easiest way to bring people together. Jaha is a location-based app that helps find others in the users’ neighborhood to exercise, play a sport or work-out, together. With Jaha, it is easy to find a running/hiking partner, a tennis game, a fourth player for golf, a pick-up basketball/soccer/volleyball game, a yoga/Pilates partner, or another person for any other sports and fitness activity. Users fill out a profile section to identify their interests and can interact with other people to connect to participate in sports activities together. Jaha is the app where fitness people meet.

Jaha for iOS is available for free on the App Store at: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id962449682. The Android version of the app will be launching later this year.

YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/qe4rmxbjjdM

Jaha delivers an easy-to-use, “fitness friend finder” that helps local people of all sports and fitness levels connect, from the casual to the serious sporting enthusiast. The app provides a fun way to experience fitness, combined with a simple interface. Users can chat with those they have connected with via the app, create customizable challenges for friendly competitions, and track their progress.

Users connect via Facebook and can search for partners within a certain distance, age range and gender, providing the perfect match for their fitness needs.

With many people exercising alone, Jaha provides a safer alternative, as users can easily find others in their area with similar interests and skill levels. For example, two people running together is safer than running alone, however many people may have a hard time finding someone to join them on their workout, until now. With a range of up to 100 miles, it is easy to find people close to a user’s home to join together. It is also a motivational tool, as everyone connecting via Jaha can encourage their new fitness partners to active and meet their goals.

“We know there are many times people don’t exercise because they don’t want to do it alone and it can be challenging to find a fitness partner. Jaha changes that with a one-of-a-kind app to connect people via fitness,” said Gary So, co-founder of Jaha. “With Jaha’s GPS technology and easy to use interface, it is simple to find others in your area for whatever type of fitness and sports activities that interest you.”

Jaha also provides the user a wide range of fitness information and resources such as the ability to track steps taken and distance traveled, all viewable in the stats page of the app. Users can also set daily goals based on steps or distance and know where they stand at any time, as they try to reach their goal. By competing with fitness friends via the app, users can set challenge parameters to see who reaches the goal first and message each other “to talk smack” on the Smack Board and encourage each other to do their best.

The app can track a users’ workout statistics and via Jaha’s proprietary algorithm will suggest potential fitness friends nearby. Because these statistics can’t be forged, Jaha ensures that matches are the real deal and are good “fits” for a user’s fitness level and interest.

To be able to track additional statistics, Jaha has teamed with its first hardware partners, SOUL,http://www.soulelectronics.com and the company plans to integrate with other popular fitness trackers such as Fitbit and Jawbone to allow the millions of people using these devices to enjoy the full features of the app, as well as connect with the people in the area that use these various trackers.

Press Assets and Product Images: www.jaha.com/press-kit

About Jaha

Jaha was founded with a mission to bring local people together through the interest of fitness, hence the motto “Where fitness people meet.” Stemming from problems in the market of mundane and non-social apps tied to fitness trackers to community driven apps that were only created for hardcore users, Jaha was created to target casual fitness users to enhance their “fitness life” experiences both on and offline. More information is available at www.Jaha.com and please connect via social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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HeadTrainer “Mental Training” App Launches with Endorsements from Multiple Superstar Athletes

SHERMAN STARTED THE DEBATE; NEW HeadTrainer® APP FINISHES IT – MENTAL TRAINING BENEFITS ALL ATHLETES

NEW App Helps Improve Athletes’ Cognitive Function; Sherman, Alex Morgan, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jose Bautista, Rickie Fowler, Caroline Wozniacki, Alana Blanchard, Others Endorse Benefit

CHARLOTTE, N.C., JUNE 17, 2015 – Last Friday, June 12, Richard Sherman, All-Pro Cornerback of the Seattle Seahawks, sparked social debate by boldly stating football requires the most mental preparation. Other athletes (e.g., Jose Bautista, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Caroline Wozniacki, etc.), media and sports commentators weighed in with their opinions. In the end, they all are right.

Whether trying to achieve elite athletic status or just improve their chances to make the junior varsity basketball team, athletes are constantly looking for an advantage. Today, we realize that cognition may be just the game changer needed, and now we match that realization with fun and exciting content for kids and adults alike to engage and impact their abilities in a mobile app: Enter HeadTrainer.

HeadTrainer is an iOS and Android mobile app designed specifically to enhance athletic performance through improving the mental functions of athletes. The mental workouts take place in sports-themed, digital environments and are designed to help assess and improve cognitive skills in five key areas: Memory, Processing Speed, Focus/Concentration, Visual-Spatial Awareness and Decision-Making.

“Our mission is to deliver an app for athletes of all skill levels and all ages to engage and improve their cognitive abilities,” CEO Rick Sabath said. “We believe that improved cognition will lead to better performance on the field, in the classroom and on the job,” added Sabath.

Endorsed by world-class athletes including Alex Morgan, Earnhardt Jr., Richard Sherman, Jose Bautista, Rickie Fowler, Wozniacki and Alana Blanchard, HeadTrainer features 15 games (workouts) with endless levels for each. HeadTrainer is now available for play on IOS(Apple) and Android devices through the Apple App Store and Google Play. The basic app is free and additional functionality and options can be purchased for $4.99 per month.

Apple App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/headtrainer/id989145318?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.headtrainer.mobile&hl=en\

HOW IT WORKS
What separates HeadTrainer from other “brain-training” apps is not only the fun of its sports-themed user experience, but its robust audio and video components – incorporating interactive messages and positive reinforcement from some of the top athletes in sports along with distractive sounds to help enhance the focus and concentration component of training. These distractive sounds help to replicate the natural environment that athletes experience in real life.

In addition to the workouts, HeadTrainer allows users to invite friends and teammates to compete through social media, build up “experience points” and win virtual trophies and bragging rights.

Cognition is more than just learning and memory; it's the ability to process new information, relate it to the body of knowledge and experience people have, and apply it to new challenges. It’s the ability to communicate, reason, and manipulate information, and it involves speed, flexibility, and concentration, among other abilities.

Cognitive skills training, the engagement and practice of these abilities, is designed to improve and enrich skills. In addition to directly impacting the skills, gains may translate into functional skill as cognition is an integral part of execution. So, improving cognition may convey directly to sports by increasing a player’s speed and ability to remember plays, patterns, tendencies and routes.

DESIGNED BY SPORTS SCIENTISTS
An experienced management team went about developing the science for the app with the Duke Sports Science Institute. Duke’s Dr. Claude T. Moorman, III and Dr. Deborah Attix advised HeadTrainer staff and a group of app developers to fulfill the vision of HeadTrainer. Dr. Brian Monteleone, a Charlotte-based sports psychologist, was also part of the initial advisory team, which included several other scientists with a special focus on the benefits of neuro-gaming and brain-training in athletics.

“What HeadTrainer does that is unique is deliver a training experience that is packaged in a fun, challenging, rewarding and personal experience,” Dr. Attix said. “The elite athlete has access to some of the best training facilities in the world; we think the HeadTrainer app gives athletes of all ages and skills levels access to a sophisticated, relevant, and fun manner of engaging and enriching their cognitive experience. This app is for anyone who wants to invest a few minutes towards developing a real mental advantage to enhance their skills.”

QUOTES FROM ENDORSERS:
“One of the questions I get from parents all the time is how they can get their kids off their mobile devices,” said U.S. Women’s Soccer National Team member Alex Morgan. “One of the things that excited me most about working with HeadTrainer is that it offers a way to train an often neglected part of an athlete’s development, the mental part of the game. I can tell a parent that there is something their kids can do on their mobile devices that is productive and that can help them on and off the field.”

“What I love about HeadTrainer is how it helps young athletes learn the important connection between training your brain and being better on the field or court,” Sherman said. “If I can process information faster and make decisions sooner, I can react quicker and that can be the difference between a first down for my opponent or a pick six for my team. The smart player wins.”

“The experience and the app’s development are constant, and the experience grows as you grow,” said Jay Bilas, ESPN college basketball analyst and early believer in HeadTrainer. “As a parent and a former athlete, I see the benefits for my kids, and I see the benefits for me in my current career. I just wish HeadTrainer had been around when I was playing because it makes me wonder if I really did reach my full potential as a player.”

About HeadTrainer

Designed and developed in careful coordination with a team of professionals from the fields of science and medicine, the HeadTrainer App is a series of ever-changing, mental workouts that take place in fun, challenging, sports-themed digital environments. The workouts are designed to help athletes, of all ages and skills, assess and improve their cognitive skills. World-class athletes from a variety of sports are part of Team HeadTrainer. The company is based in Charlotte, N.C. and is privately held.
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appFigures Launches Native iOS App to Help App Makers Better Track and Analyze App Store Performance

appFigures Launches Native iOS App to Help App Makers Better Track and Analyze App Store Performance

On-the-Go iPhone Access is Powerful Extension of Leading App Store Intelligence Platform

(New York, NY) – June 2, 2015 – appFigures (#appfigures), an app store intelligence platform helping developers successfully grow their business through powerful app analytics (#appanalytics), today introduced its fully native iPhone (#iphone) app (#app). The perfect companion to any appFigures plan, the app can be downloaded for free on the App Store (#appstore) or via https://appfigures.com/app.

ideal complementary tool for app makers, appFigures for iPhone helps users keep a finger on the pulse of their app business with an intuitive dashboard and flexible reports such as total revenue (from app sales, in-app purchases and ads), downloads, ads and app store reviews.

The app features:
• A simple interface, designed from the ground up for the iPhone.
• Powerful and flexible reports display important information at a glance with the ability to filter and drill down by app/in-app, country, store, and network.
• Beautiful charts, custom built for clarity and style.
• Automatic review translation.
• Delightful conveniences such as offline mode, login with iCloud Keychain, easy sharing and more.
• Compatibility with all iPhone models.

“We set out to create an intuitive mobile analytics experience that brings important information to the forefront without sacrificing flexibility,” said Ariel Michaeli, CEO and co-founder of appFigures. “To do that, we built most interface components from the ground up, which allowed us to create a unique experience that we think will delight our users.”

About appFigures
appFigures delivers actionable insights through comprehensive reports of an app’s performance in order to make better data-driven decisions. Featuring an intuitive user interface and easy-to-use tools that offer developers the flexibility to customize how their data is delivered, appFigures brings the most important app store metrics under one roof and gives developers a complete snapshot of their apps’ performance. Beautiful and powerful reports, an open API and complete security and control over private app data make appFigures the ultimate solution for app developers. For more information, visit appfigures.com.

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appFigures App Store Data To Be Integrated Into Adobe Analytics

appFigures App Store Data To Be Integrated Into Adobe Analytics

NEW YORK, March 10, 2015 - appFigures (#appfigures) today announced that it will provide app store analytics to be viewable alongside other key mobile marketing data within Adobe Analytics. The appFigures platform, which now delivers a wide array of app store insights, from downloads and revenue, to hourly ranks, reviews and ratings, enhances Adobe Analytics with valuable mobile data to become one of the most robust mobile marketing dashboards available on the market today.

“Smarter decision making is at the core of the appFigures platform, and integrating app store data directly into Adobe’s platform will empower mobile marketers and developers by putting all of their data in one place.”

Adobe Analytics clients will be provided with mobile app store data including: app downloads, app and in-app revenue, returns, ranks and ratings. Data provided by appFigures will be updated in near real-time. With app store data directly available in their dashboards, marketers and developers will have more insightful data to base their mobile decisions on.

The integration with appFigures will provide Adobe Analytics users with deep app store data from 30+ data sources, including all major app stores (iOS App Store, Google Play, Amazon Appstore and Windows) as well as 20+ different ad networks such as Apple’s iAd and Google’s Admob.

“Smarter decision making is at the core of the appFigures platform, and integrating app store data directly into Adobe’s platform will empower mobile marketers and developers by putting all of their data in one place,” said Ariel Michaeli, co-founder and CEO of appFigures.

Currently under development, the appFigures integration is expected to be available to all Adobe Analytics clients Q2 2015.

About appFigures
appFigures delivers actionable insights through comprehensive reports of an app’s performance in order to make better data-driven decisions. Featuring an intuitive user interface and easy-to-use tools that offer developers the flexibility to customize how their data is delivered, appFigures brings the most important app store metrics under one roof and gives developers a complete snapshot of their apps’ performance. Beautiful and powerful reports, an open API and complete security and control over private app data make appFigures the ultimate solution for app developers. For more information, visit appfigures.com.

About Adobe Systems Incorporated
Adobe is changing the world through digital experiences. For more information, visit www.adobe.com.

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